Air Force Cryptologic Policy and Compliance SME

Job Title: Air Force Cryptologic Policy & Compliance SME

Security Clearance Required: (TS/SCI + CI Poly)

Location: Fort Meade MD

Position Overview

Leidos is seeking an experienced Air Force Cryptologic Policy and Compliance Specialist to provide senior‑level expertise to the Air Force Service Cryptologic Component (AFSCC) within the Compliance, Policy, and Oversight Division at Fort Meade. This role supports Air Combat Command’s (ACC) ISR enterprise and serves as a key advisor on cryptologic Intelligence Oversight (IO), compliance policy, and the responsible execution of SIGINT‑related operations.

The Specialist will help shape, coordinate, and implement cryptologic IO and compliance policy across the USAF, DoD, and national mission partners. This position is ideal for seasoned SIGINT analysts who understand cryptologic mission authorities, oversight requirements, and the operational realities of Air Force intelligence production.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior contractor SME for cryptologic IO, compliance policy, and oversight across the AFSCC.
• Guide analysts in selecting, applying, and documenting proper methods for cryptologic and SIGINT‑related operations.
• Review finished intelligence products prior to Government submission to ensure compliance, rigor, and analytic integrity.
• Oversee analyst access to sensitive databases required for USAF cryptologic operations and mission execution.
• Support development, refinement, and management of cryptologic IO and compliance policy, including mission authorization documentation.
• Ensure USAF cryptologic operations meet Federal, IC, and DoD oversight directives.
• Represent AFSCC interests in engagements with national mission partners, Air Force Wings/Centers, and operational stakeholders.
• Prepare high‑level briefings, policy papers, and technical documentation on complex cryptologic and SIGINT compliance matters.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 14+ years of intelligence related experience OR a Master’s Degree and 12 years of related intelligence experience. Additional years of intelligence-related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
• Demonstrated Experience with Air Force cryptologic IO, SIGINT oversight, or cryptologic policy.
• Experience supporting the national intelligence community

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the ACC ISR enterprise
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

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Original Posting:

August 7, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.